Debra Field
Foosland
Summary
School Bus Transportation Supervisor with extensive experience in coordinating transportation operations, leading driver training initiatives, and enhancing safety protocols. Committed to fostering teamwork and resolving transportation-related challenges effectively.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Transportation Supervisor
Blue Ridge School CUSD 18
Farmer City
07.2020 - 06.2026
- Supervised daily transportation operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
- Coordinated bus routes and schedules to optimize student transportation efficiency.
- Managed driver assignments while maintaining effective communication for operational success.
- Conducted training sessions on policies and safety procedures to enhance driver performance.
- Collaborated with school administrators to resolve transportation-related issues in a timely manner.
- Oversaw vehicle maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance and safety standards.
- Implemented strategies that improved on-time performance across transportation services.
- Coordinated scheduling and routing of drivers for streamlined daily operations.
Safety Specialist/School Bus Driver
Illinois Central School Bus
Gibson City
08.2012 - 06.2026
- Developed safety training programs for staff and drivers.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Evaluated incident reports to identify safety trends and concerns.
- Maintained accurate records of safety training and incidents for audits.
- Led frequent safety drills to maintain sharp hazard awareness and emergency response of team members.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Transported students and teachers on school activity trips while exercising responsible leadership.
- Monitored student behavior on the bus and enforced rules consistently.
- Followed all safety protocols when transporting students with special needs or disabilities.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions regularly for professional development purposes.
CDL Class A Driver
Gilbert Transport
Mansfield
05.2008 - 07.2012
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Operated Class A trucks to transport freight efficiently across designated routes.
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions at customer sites.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on all assigned equipment prior to each shift.
- Checked tire pressure, fluid levels, brakes, and other systems regularly.
- Provided courteous customer service while interacting with customers on the job site.
- Kept interior cab cleanliness up to company standards at all times.
- Documented daily logs accurately detailing travel routes, deliveries made, and rest breaks taken.
Education
GED -
Parkland College
Champaign, IL12-2003
Skills
- Vehicle inspection and safety compliance
- Route optimization and navigation
- Driver training and supervision
- Incident management and problem solving
- Customer relationship management
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Transportation management
- Driver safety programs
Timeline
School Bus Transportation Supervisor
Blue Ridge School CUSD 18
07.2020 - 06.2026
Safety Specialist/School Bus Driver
Illinois Central School Bus
08.2012 - 06.2026
CDL Class A Driver
Gilbert Transport
05.2008 - 07.2012
GED -
Parkland College